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by Daughtry

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Lyrics

I’m star in’ out in to the night

try ing to hide the pain.

I’m go in’ to the place where love and feel in’ good don’t ev er cost a thing

and the pain you feel’s a dif f’rent kind of pain.

Well, I’m go in’ home, back to the place where I be long, and where your love has al ways been e nough for me.

I’m not run nin’ from,

no, I think you got me all wrong.

I don’t re gret this life I chose for me.

But these plac es and these fac es are get ting old,

so I’m go in’ home.

Well, I’m go in’ home.

The miles are get ting long er, it seems,

the clos er I get to you.

I’ve not al ways been the best man or friend for you, but your love re mains true

and I don’t know why.

You al ways seem to give me an oth er try.

old.

Be care ful what you wish for, ’cause you just might get it all.

You just might get it all

and then some you don’t want.

Be care ful what you wish for, ’cause you just might get it all.

You just might get it all,

yeah.

Oh, well, I’m go in’ home, back to the place where I be long, and where your love has al ways been e nough for me.

I’m not run nin’ from,

no, I think you got me all wrong.

I don’t re gret this life I chose for me.

But these plac es and these fac es are get ting old.

I said, these plac es and these fac es are get ting old.

So I’m go in’ home.

I’m go in’ home.

Home by Daughtry — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Home by Daughtry in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 76 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Home" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Home"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Daughtry songs work for kids?
Try "HOME", "LIFE AFTER YOU", "NO SURPRISE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.